AA&P Events and PR

Did you know the average household in Australia has 25 wifi connected devices - and this is scheduled to grow to 44 by 2030. We are on the threshold of a fourth industrial revolution and with more data and more devices then ever before, AI will change the way we live and work. AI also presents a $115 billion economic opportunity for Australia. This morning, our Darwin based AA&P team had the pleasure of attending the nbn Connects with Microsoft series event hosted by the Chamber of Commerce Northern Territory, nbn® Australia, and Area9 IT Solutions. An insightful, thought provoking and inspiring morning with David Pollock, Executive Manager nbn™ Australia, Tim Allen National AI Skills Director, Microsoft, Lisa Crosbie, Expert, Microsoft 365, Simon Watt, Director, Area 9, who shared some incredible takeaways on how businesses can leverage AI to drive growth and innovation Just some of the takeaways included using AI to: 1. Boost Productivity: Automate routine tasks, freeing up time for strategic initiatives. 2. Make Data-Driven Decisions: Analyse data and gain actionable insights for better decision-making. 3. Enhance Customer Engagement: Improve customer service with chatbots and virtual agents, offering instant and personalised responses. 4. Foster Collaboration: Strengthen team collaboration and seamless remote work. 5. Ensure Security and Compliance: identify and mitigate security threats, maintaining compliance with regulations.

Great to catch up with the Learning on Country Program team for the first steering committee meeting of 2025! The steering committee meetings are an important opportunity for us to provide an update and seek feedback from the Committee and Coordinators on communication and marketing activities for the year ahead, and report on outcomes since the previous meeting. We’re going into our 5th year working with the LoC team and we are very grateful to be part of a program that is making a genuine, long term difference and delivering outcomes in regional communities throughout the Top End!

We were lucky enough to head across to the community of Garrthalala in East Arnhem Land in December with the Learning on Country Program, to help support and celebrate the Laynhapuy Homelands School Markarrata Learning Celebration & Graduation. A huge congratulations to the students who graduated with their NT CET and VET certifications, and a big thank you to the community for welcoming us and allowing us to capture and share this special occasion through this video!

Just three short weeks into the year and AA&P superstars Anja and Paige have both successfully completed their EventsAir Meeting Planner Certification! It's crucial for our team to be proficient in all areas of event delivery and EventsAir plays an enormous part in streamlining planning, enhancing attendee experiences, and delivering exceptional results. With this certification, Anja and Paige have gained expertise to confidently and expertly manage and deliver events and conferences with proficiency! We couldn’t be prouder—well done, Anja and Paige! ✨

⛔️ Early Bird Registration Ends 31 January! ⛔️ The 6th Northern Australia Food Futures Conference 2025 in Darwin, 8-9 April, proudly hosted by the Northern Territory Farmers Association! 🚜🌾 This premier event is your chance to connect with industry leaders, investors, and policy makers to explore innovative agribusiness opportunities in Northern Australia. ✅ Condensed 2-day program with workshops, keynotes, and plenary sessions. ✅ Over 50 expert speakers, including Dan Kittredge and Fiona Simson. ✅ Exclusive Events: Berrimah Farm Science Precinct tour and Coastal Plain Research farm field day. ✅ Connect with leaders, researchers, farmers, and investors. Register Here: https://lnkd.in/g-SRvaiM #FoodFutures2025 #Agribusiness #Innovation #Networking #NorthernAustralia

A fantastic opportunity for organisations in WA and NT who are passionate about community engagement and knowledge sharing. Being a Node Host and supporting a node manager to facilitate extension activities can have a significant impact on local producers, land managers, agribusinesses, and communities.

New Year… New staff member! 🎉 ­­­­­­­­­­Say hello to Anja Treurnicht, AA&P’s latest addition to our team! Anja is a talented and passionate Events Coordinator originally from the vibrant city of Cape Town, South Africa! With four years of hands-on experience in the dynamic and demanding wedding industry, Anja has delivered events at some incredible venues and brings a keen eye for detail, creativity & innovation to our team. Now based in Darwin, Anja is embarking on an exciting new chapter, dedicating herself to delivering exceptional events with AA&P. Anja is passionate about making Darwin her home, discovering what makes the Northern Territory unique, connecting with our clients, and delivering exceptional events. Welcome to the team, Anja – we’re excited to have you on this journey with us!

We’re back for 2025 and we’re planning for our best year yet 🎉 Have you thought about your plans for the year ahead? Planning means different things to different people. For some, it’s sticking to a 12-week marathon training program. For others, it’s as simple as checking the tides to find the perfect time to cast a line. For those of us in business, planning is generally about identifying and putting into action the steps you need to achieve big-picture goals and stand out results. For us at AA&P, planning is about helping our clients look ahead and turning bold visions into reality. Planning isn’t just about creating timelines and to-do lists—it’s about understanding what success looks like for you. It’s about collaborating to bring your ideas to life in ways that inspire, connect, and leave a lasting impact. Here’s why planning is at the heart of everything we do: 🔹 Clarity and Focus: We help you define your objectives and stay on track. 🔹 Efficiency: No last-minute scrambles – we keep things running smoothly. 🔹 Creativity: A strong plan fuels innovation and inspired execution. 🔹 Success: From concept to completion, we ensure results that shine. So, whether you’re gearing up for a standout event, needing to roll out community engagement or a little help with your PR, AA&P is here to make it happen. Get in touch with us today – we’d love to hear from you! #events #PR #communtiyengagement 

What a turn out! A beautiful, heartfelt and memorable evening for our last event for 2024 with the Remembering Cyclone Tracy, 50 years on – Welcome Reception last night. Thanks to all our volunteers, suppliers and supporters who made last night so special for Cyclone Tracy survivors and their families and friends. Lovely to see the community come together to reconnect and share stories from the last 50 years. AA&P were proud to be the event delivery sponsor for this event. A special thank you to the businesses and volunteers who supported this event; Rotary Club of Darwin - Palmerston Rovers Football Club - Mark ZIPPRINT Teakle - Darwin Hire - COTA NT - FRM - Curby's NT Northern Territory Government - DCOH Qantas- Darwin Plant Wholesalers - Neptune Holding Group Pty Ltd - St John NT - St Vincent de Paul Society (NT) Inc Merry Christmas everyone 🎄

AA&P’s very own Christmas elf has been busy spreading holiday cheer and achieving big things! Congratulations to Brigitte for completing the Advanced EventsAIR Meeting Planner Certification Course—an amazing way to cap off 2024. Not only is Brigitte finishing 2024 on a high note, but she’s also doing it in style—rocking a festive Christmas shirt to celebrate the last day in the office for the year. 🎄🎅 We’re so proud of your hard work and dedication, Brigitte, and can’t wait to see how you sprinkle your magic in 2025 ✨